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**Open Date** 05/20/2025

**Requisition Number** PRN41969B

**Job Title** Skills Trainer

**Working Title** Child Care Skills Trainer

**Job Grade** C

**FLSA Code** Nonexempt

**Patient Sensitive Job Code?** No

**Standard Hours per Week** 40

**Full Time or Part Time?** Full Time

**Shift** Variable

Work Schedule Summary

M-F, 9-5 variable

**VP Area** President

**Department** 00291 - Student Parent Support Center

**Location** Campus

**City** Salt Lake City, UT

**Type of Recruitment** External Posting

**Pay Rate Range** 21.00/hourly

**Close Date** 06/20/2025

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

Develops and conducts training programs, orientation, and continuing education for new and current employees specific to a department or function. Assesses training needs of staff and monitors the effectiveness of the training program.

An excellent benefits package is included (see here for a full description of the benefits package):

14.2% employer retirement contribution in addition to employee contributions (automatic and immediately vested)

Paid parental leave (in addition to FMLA )

11 paid holidays per year plus vacation accruals each month

Excellent health insurance options that are both affordable and allow access to care through the University of Utah health system

Tuition reduction for employees and family members

Options for short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and HSA / FSA savings plans are available

Free public transportation pass (see here for more information)

About Student Affairs

Student Affairs is comprised of over 20 departments and is focused on supporting student well-being and success with the ultimate goal of assisting students in discovering their passion, people, and purpose. To that end, we aim to foster an environment that encourages employees to embrace innovative service delivery methods to best meet the needs of our students. As a result, students have the opportunity to participate in the creation of campus culture, collaboratively working alongside professional staff, student leaders, and academic partners.

Student Affairs is committed to the grounding of our programs, procedures, and policies in the tenets of anti-racism and inclusion. We recognize the continued importance of education and accountability that promote equity and social justice. Our expectation is that all employees are engaged in this work to create a welcoming environment that supports the success of both students and staff and ensures they have the opportunity to be fully incorporated into university life.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

+ Develops and conducts training in the department and regulatory procedures, documentation requirements, and department-specific computer operations.

+ Provides orientation for all newly hired employees.

+ Creates or obtains training and orientation materials.

+ Identifies and assesses employee skill level and training needs.

+ Ensures that all child care licensing and University training requirements are met for each staff.

+ Evaluates the effectiveness of department education and training programs.

+ Maintains documentation of training, education, and new employee orientations

+ Tracks staff annual training.

+ Creates reports of quality management training, educational activities, and program effectiveness.

+ Develops and implements a monthly training schedule.

+ Audits employees’ daily work, as needed.

+ Other duties as assigned.

Problem-solving

The incumbents in the is position are expected to be familiar with the department’s policies and procedures and are required to have a working knowledge of University and department organizations and procedures in order to answer and assist staff and visitors.

Comments

Nearly continuously: office environment, occasional early childhood classroom environment, and standing during training sessions.

Two years experience in a training or customer support capacity. Demonstrated computer, organization, human relations, and effective verbal and written communication skills required. Ability to manage time and work independently.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Minimum Qualifications

Six years of progressively more responsible experience in a related area, including one year as a trainer or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); demonstrated computer, organization, human relation, and effective communication skills required. This position has no responsibility for providing care to patients.

\*Department Specific Qualifications \*

+ Must be at least 18 years old

+ Must demonstrate effective communication with professionals, parents, and children

+ Must demonstrate an ability to work independently but show a willingness to take direction from the supervisor

+ Must be warm, energetic, and enjoy working with families, young children, and early childhood staff. Will be asked to conduct health and safety training at the interview.

+ Must pass a BCI and fingerprint background check.

+ Must be willing to obtain first aid training

+ Demonstrated skills in Microsoft Office and management software.

+ Must meet physical characteristics needed for the performance of all job duties (with or without the use of aids):

+ Sufficient vision to read small printed material as well as long distances across playgrounds and classrooms for child supervision.

+ Sufficient hearing to hear a normal telephone conversation

+ Ability to speak in an understandable manner.

+ Tone with sufficient volume to be heard in an office and/or a busy classroom environment.

+ Lift small children (up to 50 lbs.)

+ Carry small children in arms for short distances.

+ Move about on hands and knees and sit on the floor with children.

+ Exhibits physical stamina necessary for daily interaction with young children (walking, kneeling, sitting on the floor, lifting up to 50 lbs., etc.) as well as several hours standing while training.

+ Ability to sit at the computer and perform repetitive motions.

+ Physical dexterity to use a pen or pencil in a legible format, operate a computer keyboard, and other devices.

Preferences

Child Development Associate ( CDA ), Associates, or Bachelor’s or equivalent in early childhood education preferred and more than the minimum two years of child care center experience.

National Association for the Education of Young Children ( NAEYC ) and Department of Health Child Care Licensing rules and regulations experience preferred.

**Type** Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.